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Orphans 2013

Opened: April 18, 2013
Closing: May 19, 2013

Orphans - 2013 Broadway History , Info & More

In ORPHANS, two orphaned brothers are living in a decrepit North Philadelphia row house. Treat, the eldest, (Foster), supports his damaged younger sibling Phillip (Sturridge) by petty thievery, and makes the house a virtual prison for the seemingly simple-minded Phillip. One night he kidnaps a rich older man, Harold (Baldwin), who turns out to have his own motives and becomes the father figure the boys have always yearned for.


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Orphans

Review: In “Orphans,” Alec Baldwin Copes with Abandonment Issues
8 / 10

The comic timing we've come to associate with the Tony-nominated Baldwin is on grand display...Foster's shady Treat vacillates between menacing and childlike; at any point, you fear he may knife Harold, or hug him...Sturridge is phenomenal as Phillip, the type of fellow we'd think of today as falling somewhere on the autistic spectrum, though such classifications likely weren't part of Kessler's vernacular back in the day. His Phillip inhabits the tiny confines of the row house like a cat, leaping lithely from sofa to stairs to windowsill (the appropriately glum set is by John Lee Beatty).

Theater Review: 'Orphans' -- 2.5 stars
6 / 10

Kessler's play attempts to combine traditional family drama with raw, kitchen-sink realism and absurdist logic. Although the unusual scenario that it explores is engaging at first, it eventually runs out of steam and inspiration. Nevertheless, under Sullivan's direction, all three cast members deliver tremendous performances with ensemble unity. It also can't be denied that Baldwin's Harold is reminiscent of the outsized persona of Jack Donaghy on '30 Rock.' 2.5 stars.

ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster & Tom Sturridge Closes on Broadway Today
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2013


The Tony Award-nominated play ORPHANS will play its final Broadway show TODAY, MAY 19 after 27 previews and 37 regular performances at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). The production began performances on March 26 and opened on April 18. The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS stars Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and is directed by Daniel Sullivan.

ORPHANS Playwright Lyle Kessler Set for Signing, Q&A at The Drama Bookshop, 5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013


The Drama Bookshop (250 West 40th Street) will celebrate the new Grove Press edition of ORPHANS this Friday May 17th from 5-7 PM when playwright Lyle Kessler is interviewed by Steven Adly Guirgis at the shop's Seelen Theatre. A Q&A and book signing will follow this free event.

TV: ONCE Girls Jillian Lebling and Eliza Holland Madore Interview Erica Swindell!
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2013


ONCE, the Tony and Grammy Award winning Best New Musical based on the 2007 Academy Award-winning film currently plays on Broadway at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street). The production opened to rave reviews on Sunday, March 18, 2012. In the video below, the adorable Jillian Lebling and Eliza Holland Madore who alternate in the role of Ivanka, interview fellow cast member Erica Swindell who is the understudy for Girl, Reza and Ex-Girlfriend. Check it out below!

Breaking News: ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster & Tom Sturridge to Close on Broadway May 19
by Robert Diamond - May 6, 2013


The producers of the Tony Award-nominated play ORPHANS have announced that the Broadway production will play its final performance on SUNDAY, MAY 19 after 27 previews and 37 regular performances at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). The production began performances on March 26 and opened on April 18. The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler'sORPHANS stars Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and is directed by Daniel Sullivan.

Review - Orphans
by Michael Dale - April 30, 2013


For those who would enjoy David Mamet plays if there wasn't so much cursing and misogyny, I offer Lyle Kessler's very funny, testosterone-laced drama, Orphans.

2013 Tony Reactions: Tom Sturridge 'disbelief and delight'
by Robert Diamond - April 30, 2013


Tom Sturridge, nominated for BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE IN A PLAY for ORPHANS

STAGE TUBE: Alec Baldwin Talks ORPHANS, Late Night Rumors
by Stage Tube - April 26, 2013


Alec Baldwin is currently starring alongside Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge in ORPHANS on Broadway, and he talked to 'Extra's' AJ Calloway about the experience, the play's physicality, and addressed rumors that he is headed to late-night TV. Click below to watch the interview!

Broadway's ORPHANS Cast Visits THE CHARLIE ROSE SHOW
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2013


It's been a busy week for Broadway's ORPHANS, Lyle Kessler's play starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster, and Tom Sturridge. The show opened on Broadway last night, and a starry audience including Dakota Fanning, Tina Fey, Jane Krakowski, Winona Ryder, Sienna Miller, Anna Chlumsky, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Richard Schiff, Anna Wintour, Debbie Harry, Melissa Errico and Patrick McEnroe, Bridget Moynahan and Michael Shannon. Plus, Charlie Rose interviewed the cast on his PBS show on Wednesday evening. Watch it HERE!

TV: Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge Talk ORPHANS on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - April 24, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster andTom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, just opened last night at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there for the festivities to chat with the cast about the show, and you can check out what they had to say below!

Photo Coverage: On the ORPHANS Opening Night Red Carpet!
by Walter McBride - April 19, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster andTom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, just opened last night at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there throughout the night to celebrate the special occasion, and you can check out photos from the theatre arrivals below!

Photo Coverage: Alec Baldwin & ORPHANS Cast Celebrates Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - April 19, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster andTom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, just opened last night at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there throughout the night to celebrate the special occasion, and you can check out photos from the after party below!

Photo Coverage: Inside ORPHANS' Opening Night Curtain Call!
by Walter McBride - April 19, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster andTom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, just opened last night at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). BroadwayWorld was there throughout the night to celebrate the specila occasion, and you can check out photos from the curtain call below!

Review Roundup: ORPHANS Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - April 18, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, opens tonight, April 18, at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). Let's see what the critics had to say...

Photo Flash: ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin and More, Opens on Broadway Tonight!
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, opens tonight, April 18, at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street). Check out photos of the cast in action below!

TV: Sneak Peek of Alec Baldwin and More in Broadway's ORPHANS!
by Nicole Rosky - April 17, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, is currently in previews at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) in preparation for a Thursday, April 18 opening night. BroadwayWorld brings you highlights of the cast in action below!

Watch ORPHANS' Alec Balwin, Tom Sturridge and Ben Foster at TIMES TALK
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013


Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge, who are now appearing on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, spoke with The New York Times moderator Patrick Healy last night at the Times Center for a "TimesTalk." Click HERE to watch the full interview!

Photo Flash: ORPHANS' Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge at The New York Times' TIMES TALK
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013


Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge, now starring on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's Orphans, were the featured guests at today's New York Times 'Times Talk.' The talk was streamed live from www.nytimes.com/artsbeat and www.Livestream.com/nytimes. The New York Times' Pat Healy moderated. Scroll below for photos from the discussion!

Photo Coverage: Alec Baldwin & ORPHANS Cast Visits TimesTalks
by Jennifer Broski - April 16, 2013


Emmy winner and Tony Award and Oscar nominee Alec Baldwin, SAG and Emmy Award winner Ben Foster and London Newcomer of the Year nominee Tom Sturridge visited the TheTimesCenter on yesterday, April 15, to talk about their work on stage in the darkly comic play 'Orphans,' which opens on Broadway April 18, with New York Times theater reporter Patrick Healy.

ORPHANS' Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge to Guest on TIMES TALK Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013


Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge, now starring on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, will be the featured guests at today's New York Times 'Times Talk.' The talk is streamed live from 6:30 -8 PM at www.nytimes.com/artsbeat and www.Livestream.com/nytimes. The New York Times' Pat Healy will moderate.

ORPHANS' Alec Baldwin Makes TV Appearances Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - April 15, 2013


Alec Baldwin, who is now appearing on Broadway in Lyle Kessler's ORPHANS, will be a guest on both "The Howard Stern Show" and "CBS This Moring" on Tuesday, April 16. "The Howard Stern Show" on Sirius XM Radio and "CBS This Morning" on Tuesday, April 16. He is scheduled to be on The Howard Stern Show at 7 AM and on CBS Early Show at 8:30 AM.

STAGE TUBE: Alec Baldwin Talks Broadway Return in ORPHANS
by Stage Tube - April 6, 2013


Alec Baldwin recently spoke with The New York Times about starring in the new Broadway play ORPHANS. Click below for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes interview with the actor!

Photo Flash: First Look at Alec Baldwin, Tom Sturridge and Ben Foster in ORPHANS on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2013


The Broadway production of Lyle Kessler's Orphans starring Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge and directed by Daniel Sullivan, is currently in previews at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) in preparation for a Thursday, April 18 opening night. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Alec Baldwin & ORPHANS Cast Reacts to Shia LaBeouf Departure
by Nicole Rosky - April 3, 2013


ORPHANS began performances on March 19 and open on April 7 2013 at the Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street), marking the first Broadway staging of the play. Emmy winner and Tony Award and Oscar nominee Alec Baldwin, SAG and Emmy Award winner Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge star in Lyle Kessler's play, directed by Daniel Sullivan and produced by Frederick Zollo and Robert Cole.

VIDEO: Alec Baldwin Chats 'Orphans' on JIMMY FALLON
by Caryn Robbins - April 2, 2013


Alec Baldwin stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON to talk about his starring role in the new Broadway play 'Orphans.' Commenting on his return to the stage the actor shared, 'Theater is like the sorbet course, it's like the palete cleanser. It acts like a refresh button. You do things you never get to do on other jobs.' Check out the appearance below!

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Orphans - 2013 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Alec Baldwin
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Tom Sturridge
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play Tom Sturridge
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2013 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Tom Sturridge
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Tom Sturridge
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Orphans
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Frederick Zollo
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Robert Cole
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play The Shubert Organization
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Orin Wolf
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Lucky VIII
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Scott M. Delman
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play James P. MacGilvray
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play StylesFour Productions

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